Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — The White House’s Chief Advisor for Artificial Intelligence and Digital Assets, David Sacks, has called the Saudi AI partnership essential to the future of intelligent technologies. Speaking at the Saudi-U.S. Investment Forum in Riyadh, Sacks praised the Kingdom’s rapid progress in AI development, talent training, and regulatory leadership.
Sacks joined Minister of Communications and Information Technology Abdullah Al-Swaha during a session that marked a strategic dialogue between U.S. and Saudi tech sectors. The meeting took place alongside a high-level U.S. delegation visit, underscoring bilateral cooperation in emerging technologies.
Saudi AI Partnership and Global Innovation Leadership
Sacks highlighted Saudi Arabia’s contributions to AI in fields like healthcare, particularly genome sequencing and gene therapy. He cited local platforms such as “The Garage,” a digital incubator supporting AI, robotics, and biotech startups, as examples of grassroots innovation.
Minister Al-Swaha emphasized that the Kingdom is not just adopting technology—it is building it. He revealed that partnerships with U.S. companies like Google, Apple, and Amazon have trained over 381,000 Saudis in digital skills. These efforts include strong programs for empowering women in STEM and future-focused industries.
Shaping Ethical and Regulatory AI Frameworks
Saudi Arabia’s AI strategy includes active participation in shaping global norms for ethical and responsible AI use. Minister Al-Swaha noted that the Kingdom aims to influence both development and governance. The Saudi AI partnership is central to these goals.
This commitment aligns with Vision 2030, which positions Saudi Arabia as a regional and global tech leader. Both Sacks and Al-Swaha agreed that collaboration between Riyadh and Washington sets a model for international cooperation in artificial intelligence.
The Saudi Standard’s View: Vision 2030 Anchored in Strategic AI Alliances
Saudi Arabia’s AI ambitions are no longer emerging—they are becoming foundational. The Kingdom’s deepening relationship with U.S. institutions and firms reflects more than economic strategy; it signals a role in shaping the values, architecture, and global governance of artificial intelligence. By investing in people, platforms, and policy, Saudi Arabia is redefining what a strategic AI partnership looks like.
